Kitten Care

Caring For Your New Kitten

During your kitten's first appointment, one of our gentle veterinarians will discuss your pet’s medical needs with you and develop a care plan tailored specifically for your pet.

We will also conduct a thorough physical examination, collect a stool sample to check for parasites, and discuss the following components of your kitten’s care:

• Vaccinations
• Parasite testing and prevention
• Litter box training
• Spay/neuter surgery
• Any necessary blood tests
• Nutrition and exercise
• Socializing your pet with other family members

We are honored to help pet owners care for their new companions during this extra special stage of life.

Spay/Neuter Procedure

We recommend all our patients undergo the spay or neuter procedure. In addition to preventing unwanted litters, spaying or neutering your pet has many health benefits. For female cats, spaying prevents mammary and ovarian cancers, while for male cats, neutering minimizes the risk of testicular and prostate cancers. The procedure also reduces sexual instincts that lead to unwanted behaviors, such as aggressive behavior, roaming, and spraying.

For more reasons to spay or neuter your pet, see Dr. Longo in our video on YouTube.